The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson
The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson

The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson

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Hosted by popular national radio host, podcaster and political commentator Ben Ferguson, The 47 Morning Update spotlights the latest news and political headlines, with a special focus on the President's administration, policies, and agenda.

Join Ben for unfiltered insights, exclusive interviews, and honest commentary you won’t get from the mainstream media. Ben takes you behind the scenes, covering the issues shaping America today - straight from the President’s Oval Office.

Don’t miss a single episode. New updates drop daily, Monday through Saturday. Subscribe now on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you listen to podcasts—be informed, stay ahead, and join Ben on The 47 Morning Update!

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Labeling the Muslim Brotherhood, AI needs a Soft Touch plus Cruz Calls Out Carlson & Qatar Week In Review
DEC 13, 2025
Labeling the Muslim Brotherhood, AI needs a Soft Touch plus Cruz Calls Out Carlson & Qatar Week In Review
  • Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Debate

    • Senator Ted Cruz discusses his decade-long effort to have the Muslim Brotherhood designated as a terrorist organization.
    • Explains legislative strategy shift from a “top-down” global designation to a “bottom-up” affiliate-first approach.
    • Mentions bipartisan support, Trump administration’s executive order, and resistance from State Department officials.
  • AI Regulation and U.S.–China Tech Race

    • AI is the “single most important economic battle” of the 21st century.
    • the AI race is akin to the 1990s Internet revolution, arguing for light-touch regulation to keep America competitive.
    • Trump’s executive order centralizing AI regulatory approvals to prevent fragmented state-level rules.
    • Emphasizes national security implications if China dominates AI development.
  • Foreign Influence and Qatar Controversy

    • Qatar is lobbying U.S. officials, funding anti-American and anti-Semitic propaganda, and hosting Hamas leadership.
    • Concerns have been raised about conservative influencers (including Tucker Carlson) attending Qatar-sponsored events and allegedly promoting propaganda.
    • We list eight tough questions Carlson “should have asked” during his interview with Qatar’s Prime Minister but did not.
    • Carlson is giving “softball interviews” to adversarial leaders (Qatar, Iran, Putin) and undermining U.S. interests.

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Minnesota’s Welfare Whopper '81% of Somali Refugee Households Cash In'
DEC 12, 2025
Minnesota’s Welfare Whopper '81% of Somali Refugee Households Cash In'

1. Welfare Usage Among Somali Refugees

  • Based on Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) data analyzed by the Center for Immigration Studies (CIS):
    • 81% of Somali-headed households in Minnesota use one or more forms of welfare.
    • Breakdown:
      • 27% on cash welfare
      • 54% on food stamps
      • 73% on Medicaid
  • For households with children, the numbers are even higher:
    • 89% on welfare
    • 86% on Medicaid
    • 62% on food stamps
    • 23% on cash welfare
  • Comparison: Native-born Minnesotans have much lower rates (e.g., 21% on any welfare, 6% on cash welfare).
  • Additional disparities:
    • 66% of Somali refugees live in or near poverty vs. 20% of native-born Minnesotans.
    • Language barrier: ~60% of Somali refugees speak English poorly.
    • Education gap: ~40% lack a high school diploma.

2. Broader Immigration and Housing Impact

  • Includes remarks from HUD Secretary Scott Turner linking illegal immigration to housing affordability issues.
  • Claims:
    • 12+ million illegal immigrants have strained housing supply.
    • 59% of illegal immigrant families use welfare, costing $42 billion annually.
    • Immigrants account for 100% of rental growth and over half of owner-occupied housing growth in states like California and New York.
  • HUD report warns that unchecked immigration could price Americans out of housing markets.

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DEMS Let 18K Terrorists into America plus Trump Leads on AI & Moving to Designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a Terrorist Organization
DEC 12, 2025
DEMS Let 18K Terrorists into America plus Trump Leads on AI & Moving to Designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a Terrorist Organization

1. National Security Concerns

  • We open with alarming claims that 18,000 known or suspected terrorists have entered the U.S. during the Biden administration, allegedly due to lax border security.
  • The source cited is testimony from Joe Kent, Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, during a House Homeland Security Committee hearing.
  • Specific examples include Afghan nationals linked to terrorist organizations who entered under the Operation Allies Welcome program.
  • The conversation emphasizes the risks posed by "got-aways" (migrants who evade border patrol) and criticizes the administration for prioritizing politics over security.

2. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and U.S. Leadership

  • The second segment focuses on President Trump’s executive order aimed at centralizing AI regulation to prevent fragmented state-level rules.
  • Senator Cruz frames AI as the “economic battle of the 21st century”, comparing it to the U.S. winning the internet race in the 1990s.
  • Whoever leads in AI will shape global values—either American principles of liberty or China’s model of surveillance and control.
  • Trump’s remarks highlight the need for a single federal approval system to accelerate AI development and maintain U.S. dominance.

3. Designating the Muslim Brotherhood as a Terrorist Organization

  • Senator Cruz advocates for legislation to designate the Muslim Brotherhood and its affiliates as terrorist organizations.
  • He explains a shift from a top-down approach (targeting the global organization) to a bottom-up strategy (starting with affiliates like Hamas).
  • The discussion notes bipartisan support but criticizes the House for weakening the bill.
  • Cruz stresses that allies such as Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE have already designated the group as a terrorist organization.

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36 MIN